Guess what today is -- my blogiversary. Yay! And no standard cupcake photo will do. Why not an apple? That makes sense. A party apple. Sure.
Now just watch me make sense of it with this next photo. See that bitten apple? -- one year down. And those other apples ?-- more years to come. Now that sounds poetic. Nevermind I took the party apple photo today and the quilt photo months ago. I got the urge to carve a "1" in an apple and I went with it.
Do you remember when I sent this quilt top off to be quilted? Here's the result. One tease fulfilled, how many more to go?
I designed this quilt as my first go at the Freshcut free quilt pattern for Free Spirit's site. I love the large fields of fabric, with little pops of red mixed in. I didn't think a photo of this quilt would translate too well at low res on the internet, so I folded it up and designed a different one for Free Spirit. Thank heaven too, because the flat photo of the quilt (below) doesn't do it justice. The colors are all wonky. This apple photo is much more kind to the fabrics.
Oh, and look up. Way up. I'm watching you now. Dare I be so bold as to put my own face in the banner? How many ways can one say, "HELLO, my name is Heather," with a photo? Well, that's one sure way to say it. Hello, it's me.
Now for the requisite profundity that accompanies all blogiversaries... just a dash...
Wow, what fun! The blog. A conversation with the world. A great escape. A meeting place for destined friends. A window in...
I have yet to hang curtains in the main living area of my home. There are no blinds there either. Almost every time my mother visits, she wonders at my ability to live with "the world watching." I assure her that if my neighbors are bored enough to watch me make dinner, then I'm happy to be their entertainment. I guess a blog can be similar. I show up fully-dressed and respectably-behaved and if folks want to see what I'm up to, then I'm happy to share.
Far better, I've made some amazing friends and been granted some incredible opportunities. It's true, you never know who's reading.
To all of you, announced or lurking, thank you for stopping by. Thank you for your encouragement and support. Thank you for peeking in my little window while I make marshmallows, knot thread and blow bubbles. Even the simplest things are more fun when shared with friends -- this includes carved apples.
xo--Heather
Ahhhh, I love the apple! It's just as fresh as FRESHCUT can be!!!! Heather, your blog is and has been a wonderful window for all of us to lurk into!! I love everything you post.......I love everything you share, so thanks for opening up your heart and soul to all of us "out there"~ Your loyal fan and friend, Laurie~
Posted by: Laurie | May 22, 2007 at 08:20 PM
Many congratulations to you on your blogiversary, Heather! Thank you for your willingness to live 'without the windows covered'....your every move inspires us!
Posted by: DivaDeb | May 22, 2007 at 08:24 PM
Happy Blogiversary. I peek in once in a while. Love the bright pictures you always put up.
Posted by: Shin Young | May 22, 2007 at 08:46 PM
happy blogiversary! love the blog, love the fabric, love it all. your tutorial on the continuous quilt binding saved my sanity a few weeks ago, so thanks! you are so creative and inspiring!! :)
Posted by: Jenna | May 22, 2007 at 08:48 PM
Congrats on the blog-versary but even more on being written about in the Quilts And More magazine. How neat!
Posted by: Connie | May 22, 2007 at 08:49 PM
just delurking to say happy day! I so enjoy checking in here! thank you!
Posted by: Melisse | May 22, 2007 at 08:53 PM
Heather, congrats. I marvel. Freshcut- no. Cutting edge, hell yes. You inpsire and amaze me. Your husbands photography is most excellent.
Posted by: sara, the house of charm | May 22, 2007 at 08:56 PM
Happy blogoversary! Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Angela | May 22, 2007 at 09:02 PM
Happy Blogaversary! I have enjoyed reading here and look forward to your future projects!
Posted by: Stephanie | May 22, 2007 at 09:02 PM
Since it's your blogiversary, I will delurk to say hello and happy blogiversary. I'm glad you started this blog! I'm also glad you've designed Freshcut, I've used many meters of it.
Posted by: Kathleen | May 22, 2007 at 09:08 PM
Happy blogiversary to you! And thank you for enriching all of our lives with your wonderful designs and creations. You are a real inspiration.
Posted by: Anina | May 22, 2007 at 09:16 PM
Happy Blogiversary to you! I love lurking at your site and getting great ideas.
Posted by: Kim | May 22, 2007 at 09:23 PM
Happy Blogiversary Heather! I do check in often to see what you are up to. I always love all your beautiful photos and get inspired to keep crafting. Thanks for being here.
Posted by: shannon | May 22, 2007 at 09:55 PM
Happy Blog Anniversary !!
Love the Quilt ! Love the Apple !
xo- S.
Posted by: Art Tea Life | May 22, 2007 at 10:00 PM
your new banner looks fantastic!!!!
Posted by: Coralee | May 22, 2007 at 10:14 PM
What a clever photo! i love the carved apple. you amaze me. the quilt is gorgeous.
Posted by: brittany | May 22, 2007 at 10:34 PM
Happy happy blogversary Heather! How was I to know the day I first happened upon this lovely blog was going to be like the day Alice fell down the rabbit hole? Thank you for letting me share in some of your adventures, it has breathed life back into my formerly foggy, postpartum brain. Really.
Here's to many more apples!
Posted by: jona | May 22, 2007 at 10:38 PM
ha! heather, you are so witty! I love the way you word things. Love the new banner, what an awesome photo, as always!!!
Posted by: chelsea | May 22, 2007 at 11:17 PM
Happy blogiversary! I just love you! You are my crafty muse. Between this blog and the quilt shop 4 houses down that sells your fabric I have been totally inspired! I am looking forward to another year of amazing inspiration!!
Posted by: Nicole | May 23, 2007 at 12:11 AM
*J*O*Y*E*U*X* *A*N*N*I*V*E*R*S*A*I*R*E* !!!! Happy Bolganniversaire in french :) and many many many decades more for this wonderful world you share :) Hugs from Belgium !
Posted by: Sandrine (alias Didine ♥ ) | May 23, 2007 at 01:18 AM
Happy Blogiversary and here's to many more! Thank you for all the colour and fun and ideas you have shared with us over the past twelve months.
Posted by: caroline | May 23, 2007 at 01:44 AM
many thanks for showing us your creations!!!so i wanna be here in this post to give you my own wishes for your blog-aaniversary..god bless you and your family!!from Italy Diana!!
Posted by: Diana | May 23, 2007 at 02:35 AM
Happy Blogiversary!!!
Alison x
Posted by: Alison | May 23, 2007 at 02:40 AM
Congratulations on your anniversary! I have enjoyed both your photos and your writing, and miss it when you are off doing "duties."
I pointed out an ad in a quilting magazine to my son, and said, "hey, this is my "blogfriend" Heather!" He was Completely Impressed, since he knows how verra, verra cool it is to be in a Quilt Mag.
Keep quilting, and Keep writing!
Posted by: Barbara | May 23, 2007 at 02:43 AM
what fun to discover your blog on your blogiversary! this blog is so lovely i want to bake it, cover it with cinammon and eat it!
Posted by: cally | May 23, 2007 at 02:56 AM
Congratualtions Heather on your one year. Thank you for your wonderful and inspiring blog. I look forward to the next year. CLarice
Posted by: clarice | May 23, 2007 at 02:59 AM
Wow - you're making me hungry... Of course, EVERYTHING taste ma'velous rolled in cinnamon, as long as there's some sugar and butter involved. Hmmm. Maybe I'll skip going to bed tonight and go bake something instead. It is almost morning here anyhow.
Posted by: Heather Bailey | May 23, 2007 at 03:03 AM
Happy Blogiversary. I always love to see what wonderful creations you make, and the things that you get up to. That is one of the best things about blogland, you get to make lots of wonderful friends, see wonderful things being made, and read about other people's lives, good and bad too.
Posted by: Sue | May 23, 2007 at 03:31 AM
Happy Blogiversary Heather! I love the quilt. I wish I had the time to make quilts especially after seeing the ones here on your blog! Love your blog and looking forward to those apples to come! :)
Love your new picture up at the top, it's beautiful!
Posted by: Heather | May 23, 2007 at 03:35 AM
Happy blog anniversary, Heather! Thanks for sharing a little slice of your world.
Posted by: Mary | May 23, 2007 at 03:51 AM
Thanks for the wonderful inspiration Heather! Happy Blogiversary to you!
Posted by: erin | May 23, 2007 at 03:55 AM
Happy Bloggyversary!!! I love your place..and I love the banner!
You are a daily stop for me..
Posted by: Dawn | May 23, 2007 at 04:02 AM
Happy Anniversary! And the new banner is just lovely. :)
Posted by: Katie Greenwood | May 23, 2007 at 04:18 AM
happy happy 1 year!!! :) And I had to tell you something... your fabric patterns have been in my head for the longest time!!! not just like I want to buy them, no no, like when I am putting the kids to bed and I kind of relax, the patterns pop into my head!! yes, it's weird like that! :)
Posted by: shaz | May 23, 2007 at 04:49 AM
Happy blogiversary - I always read, seldom comment, but always enjoy. Thank you for your little patch of brightness.
Posted by: Ali | May 23, 2007 at 05:00 AM
Happy blogiversary to you!
Posted by: lera | May 23, 2007 at 05:10 AM
Happy Blogiversary Heather - I hope the next year holds even more success for you!
Posted by: planetjune | May 23, 2007 at 05:22 AM
Wow...Gorgeous banner. You look great! Love your blog and alwasy drool over everything you make. Congrats!!
Posted by: ginajam | May 23, 2007 at 05:29 AM
Happy Blogiversary.
Posted by: Jen | May 23, 2007 at 05:32 AM
Thank you for a year of sharing. Your blog is a sunny spot in my daily routine.
Posted by: jaime | May 23, 2007 at 05:42 AM
Happy Blogiversary - it's always so bright and cozy in here :)
Posted by: Alison | May 23, 2007 at 05:46 AM
Happy Blogiversary! Your new banner looks so great, and your eyes look like they're planning the next tease!
Posted by: Lynn | May 23, 2007 at 05:51 AM
Happy Blogiversary! Will you make that original pattern available? It showcases Freshcut better than the freespirit pattern.
Posted by: Julia | May 23, 2007 at 05:52 AM
congrats on a full year. Look forward to reading more :) Your new banner is super :)
Posted by: kat | May 23, 2007 at 06:01 AM
Happy Happy! Is it a Golden Delicious, maybe an EMPIRE year?, wishing you the best for another blogariffic year:) can't wait to see what you have in store for us. j
Posted by: jamie | May 23, 2007 at 06:07 AM
Happy Blogiversary! Your quilt is awesome!
Posted by: Aja | May 23, 2007 at 06:07 AM
Happy Blogiversary to fabulous you!!!!
Posted by: jenny b harris | May 23, 2007 at 06:17 AM
Happy Blogiversary! Love the new banner, too! :)
Posted by: denise | May 23, 2007 at 06:31 AM
congrats! my local quilt store just got the fresh cut series... I am in love!
Posted by: mama-e | May 23, 2007 at 06:33 AM
Congratulations! and thank you.
Posted by: maria rosa | May 23, 2007 at 06:36 AM